Recipes with Pesto Your Family Will Eat on Repeat

Hey foodies, ready to add some Italian flair to your cooking repertoire? Get ready to dive into the world of pesto with our mouthwatering collection of recipes. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a kitchen newbie, pesto is the secret weapon that can transform any dish from ordinary to extraordinary. From classic basil pesto to inventive twists like sun-dried tomato or kale pesto, there's a flavor profile to suit every palate. Whether you're tossing it with pasta, slathering it on sandwiches, or using it as a marinade, pesto adds a burst of fresh, vibrant flavor to any meal.

Easy Vegetarian Baked Rigatoni

A casserole dish with cheese and parmesan on top. — Easy Vegetarian Baked Rigatoni. Photo credit: Mid West Foodie.

This easy vegetarian baked rigatoni is full of fresh herby flavors, plenty of ooey goey cheese, AND it takes just minutes to prep! Store-bought spaghetti sauce, creamy farmer cheese, and fresh basil pesto take this rigatoni bake to the next level!
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Chicken Tortellini Pesto Bowls

Grilled chicken with green beans and tomatoes on a baking sheet. — Chicken Tortellini Pesto Bowls. Photo credit: Olive & Mango.

Simple sheet pan marinated chicken and veggies with pesto tortellini
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Pesto Fettuccini With Bolognese Sauce

A comforting bowl of shared pasta with meat, tomatoes and basil. — Pesto Fettuccini With Bolognese Sauce. Photo credit: Xoxo Bella.

Pesto fettuccini with Bolognese sauce is a delicious pasta dinner. It's a homemade Italian beef Bolognese meat sauce and fettuccine pasta. So if you love hearty Italian dishes like this fettuccini with pesto and the best Bolognese recipe, try this!
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Slow Cooker Ham Barley Soup With Spinach Pesto

Two bowls of soup on a tray. — Slow Cooker Ham Barley Soup With Spinach Pesto. Photo credit: Healthy Seasonal Recipes.

This slow cooker barley and ham soup with spinach pesto is the perfect vegetable-packed weeknight dinner of your dreams!
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Bacon Wrapped Pesto Chicken

A plate with roasted chicken, potatoes and greens. — Bacon Wrapped Pesto Chicken. Photo credit: The Endless Meal.

This bacon wrapped pesto chicken is stuffed with feta, olives, and pesto, then wrapped in bacon for the juiciest chicken with a crispy finish.
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Pan-Seared Salmon With Sunflower Seed Pesto

A plate with salmon, broccoli and pesto sauce. — Pan-Seared Salmon With Sunflower Seed Pesto. Photo credit: The Endless Meal.

Sunflower seed pesto, pan-seared salmon, and roasted broccoli come together in this satisfying meal that's ready in under 30 minutes!
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The Best Pesto Chicken Recipe with Pasta

Grilled chicken pasta in a skillet with tomatoes and herbs. — The Best Pesto Chicken Recipe with Pasta. Photo credit: Mid West Foodie.

This quick and easy pesto chicken uses simple ingredients - including delicious basil pesto, heavy cream, and balsamic vinegar - to transform boring chicken breast into a delicious meal your entire family will love! Serve over pasta for a complete meal in just minutes.
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3-Ingredient Pesto Chicken Breast

Chicken with pesto and tomatoes in a skillet. — 3-Ingredient Pesto Chicken Breast. Photo credit: I Food Real.

This Pesto Chicken is juicy and delicious, cooked with flavorful basil pesto and sweet cherry tomatoes.
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Lemon Basil Pesto Salmon

A baking dish with salmon, tomatoes and basil. — Lemon Basil Pesto Salmon. Photo credit: Jar Of Lemons.

Lemon Basil Pesto Salmon made entirely in one casserole dish! Make this easy healthy dinner in no time at all for a recipe that all will love.
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5-Ingredient Grilled Pesto Pizza

A pizza with tomatoes and basil on a wooden board. — 5-Ingredient Grilled Pesto Pizza. Photo credit: Healthy Seasonal Recipes.

Here is a family-friendly recipe for vegetarian 5-ingredient grilled pesto pizza with fresh tomatoes. It cooks right on the barbeque grill.
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Creamy Pesto Pasta With Chicken & Sun-Dried Tomatoes

A white plate with pasta and chicken on it. — Creamy Pesto Pasta With Chicken & Sun-Dried Tomatoes. Photo credit: Pass Me Some Tasty.

This Creamy Pesto Pasta with Chicken & Sun-Dried Tomatoes is a quick & easy 30-minute gluten free dinner that is sure to please the whole family!
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Italian Stuffed Peppers

Stuffed peppers in a skillet with parmesan cheese. — Italian Stuffed Peppers. Photo credit: Mid West Foodie.

These delicious Italian stuffed peppers - layered with meaty marinara sauce, pesto cheese, and shredded mozzarella - take less than an hour!
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20 Minute Tomato and Burrata Salad

A plate topped with tomatoes, mozzarella and basil. — 20 Minute Tomato and Burrata Salad. Photo credit: Mid West Foodie.

This easy 20-minute burrata salad is going to become your new favorite summer dinner! Marinated tomatoes and creamy burrata pair perfectly!
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Chicken Pesto Pasta Bake

A casserole dish filled with vegetables and cheese. — Chicken Pesto Pasta Bake. Photo credit: Jar Of Lemons.

This Chicken Pesto Pasta Bake is the ULTIMATE easy weeknight dinner. Healthy, flavorful, and perfect for the entire family!
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Twice-Baked Potatoes (4 Ways!)

A plate of cheesy potato wedges with bacon and cheese. — Twice-Baked Potatoes (4 Ways!). Photo credit: Pass Me Some Tasty.

Twice-Baked Potatoes 4 different ways! Try each flavor: Roasted Garlic and Fontina, Cheddar Bacon, Parmesan Pesto, and Blue Cheese & Chive!
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Pesto Tortellini Salad

A bowl of stuffed tortellini with olives and tomatoes. — Pesto Tortellini Salad. Photo credit: The Endless Meal.

15-minute Pesto tortellini salad is a delicious pasta salad with cheese tortellini, pesto, sun-dried tomatoes, olives, and balsamic glaze.
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Veggie Pesto Pasta

A bowl of pesto pasta with broccoli and peppers. — Veggie Pesto Pasta. Photo credit: Healthy Seasonal Recipes.

If you have 30 minutes, then you have enough time to throw together this simple Veggie Pesto Pasta recipe. It is made with fresh cooked vegetables, tender pasta, and tossed with basil pesto.
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Chicken Pesto Pasta (Easy To Make!)

A bowl of green pasta with chicken and tomatoes. — Chicken Pesto Pasta (Easy To Make!). Photo credit: The Endless Meal.

This creamy chicken pesto pasta is a winning family dinner. Tender bites of chicken are mixed with your favorite pasta and smothered in an easy to make creamy pesto sauce.
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30 Minute Pesto Chicken, Kale + White Bean Soup

A bowl of soup with spinach and mushrooms. — 30 Minute Pesto Chicken, Kale + White Bean Soup. Photo credit: Coley Cooks.

This 30 Minute Pesto Chicken, Kale + White Bean Soup is the perfect cozy recipe to whip up on a cold night when you want something healthy and easy.
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Grilled Steaks With Kale Pesto

Steak with pesto and potatoes on a plate. — Grilled Steaks With Kale Pesto. Photo credit: Healthy Seasonal Recipes.

These grilled garlic rosemary steaks with kale walnut pesto are so flavorful and juicy. They are naturally gluten-free and primal diet friendly.
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